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"Frieze of Nude Male Figures, " Art Deco Scene of Bathers and Workers, France

$7,700
£5,887.06
€6,780.70
CA$10,790.06
A$12,046.09
CHF 6,311.97
MX$147,455.94
NOK 80,162.07
SEK 75,582.65
DKK 50,605.09
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About the Item

Drenched in rich color and somehow both modern and classical, this scene of nude male figures is presented as a frieze of men along a horizontal plane -- as if they are peopling a mural or temple front -- bathing, conversing, working and enjoying the ruddy sun. They seem to be placed in front of a series of patched tents and a body of water: the artist may be conjuring up a scene from French military life, where casual, nude camaraderie was normal and commonplace. The artist is French, though the painting is not signed. (The painting is stretched but not framed.)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 21 in (53.34 cm)Width: 31 in (78.74 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1940s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU865121478702

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